Greyhound — cost & care
Gentle, Independent, Noble. Large hound dog.
A Greyhound costs roughly $36,900 over its lifetime (10–13 years), or about $2,960/year: ~$940 food, ~$930 insurance, ~$800 routine vet, ~$40 grooming. Purchase price runs $800–$2,500.
📍 Costs in USD (United States) — see this breed in another country.
4.2cups of food / day (~31.3 lb/mo)
8.1cups of water / day
11.5 yraverage lifespan (10–13)
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A Greyhound eats ~31.3 lb/month. Shop large-breed foodFull cost breakdown
| Item | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Purchase (one-off) | $800–$2,500 |
| Food / year | $940 (4.2 cups/day) |
| Pet insurance / year | $930 (est.) |
| Routine vet / year | $800 |
| Grooming / year | $40 |
| Supplies & misc / year | $250 |
| Total annual | $2,960 |
| Lifetime total | $36,900 |
Breed stats
| Size | Large |
| Avg weight | 65 lb |
| Height | 69–76 in |
| Lifespan | 10–13 yrs |
| Group | Hound |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Temperament & care
| Energy | 4/5 |
| Trainability | 2/5 |
| Good with families | 4/5 |
| Apartment-friendly | 2/5 |
| Shedding | 2/5 |
| Grooming need | 1/5 |
Common health conditions
Breed-specific hereditary conditions vary — ask a vet about recommended health screening for this breed.
How we calculate: food cost = breed weight → vet RER/MER calorie formula → cups/day → US food-price average. Insurance = NAPHIA US average adjusted by breed health-risk tier and size. Estimates — verify with your vet and insurer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Greyhound cost per year?
About $2,960 a year — roughly $940 food, $930 insurance, $800 vet and $40 grooming.
What is the lifetime cost of a Greyhound?
Around $36,900 across its 10–13-year lifespan, including purchase and first-year setup.
How much does a Greyhound eat?
About 4.2 cups of food a day (~31.3 lb per month).
How much water should a Greyhound drink?
About 8.1 cups of water a day — verify with your vet for your animal.
Is the Greyhound hypoallergenic?
No — the Greyhound sheds and is not considered hypoallergenic.